2002 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero and 2002 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 542 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (105 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | 2002 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Pajero | Megane |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |